Region 4 Conferences

Dyslexia Conference

November 30, 2023

This annual conference features various sessions in relation to dyslexia, including research, response to intervention, assessment, accommodations, legal issues, and much more. The goal of the conference is to bring current and practical information to a diverse audience of teachers, reading specialists, interventionists, speech-language pathologists, diagnosticians, administrators, and others. Bookmark this page for details about this virtual event as they are available.

Bilingual/ESL Conference

December 7, 2023

Educators will expand their knowledge with evidence-based information designed for working with emergent bilingual (EB) students. Presentations will be framed around culturally and linguistically sustained practices and topics that impact the affective, linguistic, and cognitive domains of EB students. Session topics will address dual language, transitioning from L1 to L2, sheltered instruction and content-based language instruction, assessment practices, and technology.

Region 4 Campus Testing Coordinator Academy—2024 Best Practices

January 24, 2024

Join other campus testing coordinators for this one-day conference focused on sharing best practices and networking with colleagues.  This conference is presented in collaboration between Region 4 Education Service Center (ESC) and the Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals (TSNAP).

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School Counselors' Symposium Academy

February 8, 2024

 

The School Counselors' Symposium is a one-day event offering professional development, networking, and insights into the latest counseling practices for elementary through high school counselors. Topics include student well-being, college readiness, substance abuse prevention, safe school services, and more. Teams are encouraged to attend for collaboration and greater impact. The symposium includes exciting prizes, giveaways, and a complimentary lunch, making it a valuable investment for both professional growth and student empowerment.

 

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Effective Leadership & Beyond Conference: Making Impact Visible

February 8, 2024

 

Whether you are a superintendent, district leader, principal supervisor, principal, or campus leader, the Effective Leadership and Beyond Conference will help you develop clear next steps and access resources for implementing high-leverage moves that lead to visible impact. This virtual conference explores research-based best practices in adult-led systems and behaviors and how to make them visible in your leadership and impactful in achieving positive student outcomes. Keynote speaker Dr. Peter DeWitt is a globally renowned education expert adept at cultivating strong instuctional leadership and efficacy in teams.